Aries 2051179 User manual

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INSTALLATION MANUAL 2051179
Parts List
1Driver / left running board
1Passenger / right running board
2Mounting bracket, front
2Mounting bracket, middle
2Mounting bracket, rear
4Hex head screw, M6 x 1.25
4Flat washer, M6
8Bolt plate, M10
8Flat washer, M10
8Lock washer, M10
8Hex nut, M10
8Plastic bolt retainer
Torque Specifications
Metric
M6 bolt 3 ft-lbs.
M8 bolt 7 ft-lbs.
M10 bolt 16 ft-lbs.
M12 bolt 28 ft-lbs.
SAE
1/4" bolt 3 ft-lbs.
5/16" bolt 7 ft-lbs.
3/8" bolt 16 ft-lbs.
7/16" bolt 20 ft-lbs.
1/2" bolt 28 ft-lbs.
Use above torque setting unless otherwise noted
Tools Required
Ratchet Socket, 10mm
Torque wrench Socket, 17mm
Flathead screwdriver Level
Level of Difficulty
Easy
Notes and Maintenance
Before you begin installation, read all instructions thoroughly.
Proper tools will improve the quality of installation and reduce the time required.
To protect the product, wax after installing. Regular waxing is recommended
to add a protective layer over the finish. Do not use any type of polish or wax
that may contain abrasives that could damage the finish.
For polished, gloss and other smooth finishes,
polish may be used to clear small scratches and scuffs on the finish.
Mild automotive detergent may be used to clean the product. Do not use dish detergent, abrasive
cleaners, abrasive pads, wire brushes or other similar products that may damage the finish.
Refer to the table to the left when securing hardware during the
installation process to help prevent damage to the product or vehicle.
Product Photo
Front
Rear
AeroTread™ (not included)
Front Front
Rear Rear

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Step 1
Starting on the driver side, locate
the three mounting locations along the
bottom edge of the vehicle body.
Step 4
Locate the rear mounting tab and insert
two M10 bolt plates. Slide two plastic bolt
retainers over the threads of the bolts to
hold the bolts in place.
Place the rear bracket onto the
vehicle and secure with two M10
flat washers, lock washers and hex nuts.
Step 2
Remove any plugs from the mounting location.
Insert an M10 bolt plate into each of the
mounting points on the vehicle frame. Slide
a plastic bolt retainer over the threads of the
bolts to hold them in place.
Place the front driver-side mounting bracket
onto the vehicle and secure with an M10 flat
washer, lock washer and hex nut.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.
Step 3
Locate the middle mounting locations for the
middle bracket. Secure the bracket to the
vehicle using M6 screws and flat washers.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten.

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Step 5
Remove the M8 nuts, lock washers
and flat washers from the running board.
Place the running board onto the brackets
and align the M8 bolts with the slots in the
brackets on the vehicle.
Attach the running board to the
brackets using the provided hardware.
Snug the hardware,
but do not fully tighten
Step 6
At this time, adjust the running board
to the desired location.
With the running board in position,
it is recommended to tighten all
brackets to the vehicle first, followed
by the running board connections.
For recommended torque specifications,
refer to the table on page one.
Step 7
Repeat steps 1 through 6 to install
the running board to the brackets on
the passenger side of the vehicle.
Congratulations on the installation of
your new ARIES AeroTread™running boards.
With the running boards installed, periodic
inspections should be performed to ensure
all mounting hardware remains tight.
To protect your investment, see the
'Notes and Maintenance' section on the
first page of this instruction manual.